New York S00120 prohibits termination of electricity or heat service during extreme temperature forecasts.

New York S00120 amends the public service law to prohibit utilities and municipalities from terminating residential electricity, heat, or water service during forecasts of extreme temperatures. Specifically, service cannot be terminated if the forecast predicts temperatures of 85 degrees or higher, or 32 degrees or lower. Utilities must also halt any scheduled terminations if the actual temperature reaches these thresholds. The Public Service Commission will establish procedures to identify and assist vulnerable residents during cold weather periods.

New York S00120 prohibits termination of electricity or heat service during extreme temperature forecasts.

New York S00120 amends the public service law to prohibit utilities and municipalities from terminating residential electricity, heat, or water service during forecasts of extreme temperatures. Specifically, service cannot be terminated if the forecast predicts temperatures of 85 degrees or higher, or 32 degrees or lower. Utilities must also halt any scheduled terminations if the actual temperature reaches these thresholds. The Public Service Commission will establish procedures to identify and assist vulnerable residents during cold weather periods.